Netflix is one of the world's leading entertainment services, with over 300 million paid memberships in over 190 countries enjoying TV series, films and games across a wide variety of genres and languages. Members can play, pause and resume watching as much as they want, anytime, anywhere, and can change their plans at any time.
As a Senior Sales Partner in Japan, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing the commercial strategy that drives long-term advertiser growth and positions Netflix as a core partner with those advertisers.
This is a highly strategic, client-facing role that requires exceptional relationship management, business acumen, and the ability to translate market insights into actionable growth strategies. You will engage directly with C-suite and senior decision makers at major advertisers and agencies, influencing how the country’s most iconic brands invest in premium streaming environments.
The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the advertising ecosystem in an established network of relationships, and a track record of delivering revenue growth.
Key responsibilities:
- Define and execute strategies to expand advertiser investment and deliver sustainable revenue growth for Netflix Ads in Japan.
- Identify long-term growth opportunities across key industry verticals, converting pilot campaigns into year-long partnerships.
- Represent Netflix Ads as a thought leader in the Japan advertising industry—at industry events and in seminar with clients.
- Build trusted partnerships with C-level and senior marketing executives at both advertisers and agencies.
- Serve as a strategic advisor / consultant who can elevate conversations beyond media buying—shaping how advertisers connect with audiences through meaningful storytelling on Netflix.
- Partner closely with internal cross-functional stakeholders (Measurement, Marketing Partnerships, Revenue & Yield Analytics, Policy, Product etc) to deliver customized, outcome-based solutions.
We're looking for:
- 10+ years of advertising sales experience
- Fluency in Japanese and English is required for this role
- Passion to develop innovative Netflix Ads that respect and enhance our content, brand, products, and fans
- Proven strategic thinker with the ability to analyze data and translate it into specific and measurable tactics, actions, and outcomes
- Highly skilled in negotiating and selling the intrinsic value of a premium offering to customers
- Problem solver with the ability to collaborate and work across functions
- Prospecting and cold calling skills necessary
- Understanding of how our clients set priorities and performance goals, and how we can align our product portfolio to best fulfill those needs
- Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to multitask, make decisions and manage at entrepreneurial speed
- Strong, confident presentation skills
- Interest in our corporate culture (read our memo here)
If you have a passion for entertainment and a desire to work in a fast-paced, innovative
environment, we would love to hear from you. Come join us and help us entertain the world!
Inclusion is a Netflix value and we strive to host a meaningful interview experience for all candidates. If you want an accommodation/adjustment for a disability or any other reason during the hiring process, please send a request to your recruiting partner.
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